GirlTip #27: Disagreeing Doesn't Mean Disconnecting

When a friend has a different opinion, do you feel a sudden distance from the friend? Some of us need to feel "exactly alike" in order to feel close. The feeling that we must agree in order to connect can be dangerous for women and girls, both at work and in friendship. Separating issues from relationship is key to maintaining independence, integrity and mature, healthy relationships.

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